What is Federal Supply Class 1620?

FSC 1620 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 1620) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Aircraft Landing Gear Components.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 1620?

NSC 1620 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 1620 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Aircraft Landing Gear Components.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 1620 in?

FSC 1620 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 16 which contains Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 1620 in?

NSC 1620is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 16 which contains Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories.

What is a Landing Gear Direct Action Shock Absorber?

A Landing Gear Direct Action Shock Absorber (SHOCK ABSORBER,DIRECT ACTION,LANDING GEAR) is a pneumatically or hydraulically damped coupling used to absorb forces generated by the contact of aircraft landing gear with a landing surface.

What is an Aircraft Components Modification Kit?

An Aircraft Components Modification Kit (MODIFICATION KIT,AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS) is an item or items employed individually or conjunctively to modify aircraft components.

What is a Landing Gear Mounting Bracket?

A Landing Gear Mounting Bracket (BRACKET,MOUNTING,LANDING GEAR) is a bracket designed of various shapes that attaches to the landing gear for the purpose of positioning, aligning and/or supporting another item.

What is a Landing Gear Axle?

A Landing Gear Axle (AXLE,LANDING GEAR) is a bar or spindle, on which or with which, an aircraft landing gear wheel rotates.

What is a Retractable Landing Gear?

A Retractable Landing Gear (LANDING GEAR,RETRACTABLE) is a landing gear that has means of retraction.

What is a Landing Gear Drag Brace?

A Landing Gear Drag Brace (DRAG BRACE,LANDING GEAR) is an item designed to support the aircraft landing gear in the extended or the retracted position. Excludes LANDING GEAR, RETRACTABLE and LANDING GEAR, FIXED.

What is a Landing Gear Cylinder And Piston Assembly?

A Landing Gear Cylinder And Piston Assembly (CYLINDER AND PISTON ASSEMBLY,LANDING GEAR) is the main shock absorption portion of an aircraft landing gear, consisting of the main cylinder and piston and other associated parts. May be with or without axle(s). Excludes LANDING GEAR, FIXED and LANDING GEAR, RETRACTABLE.

What is a Landing Gear Drag Link?

A Landing Gear Drag Link (DRAG LINK,LANDING GEAR) is an item designed to form a connection to transmit linear motion, either directly or indirectly between a pivot shaft and the landing gear of an aircraft. Excludes DRAG BRACE, LANDING GEAR.

Aircraft Landing Gear Components - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 1620

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 1620

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 16 Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 16 Aerospace Craft Components and Accessories

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Aircraft Landing Gear Components
Codified by United Kingdom

16	20	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 1620 refers to the category of aircraft landing gear components within NATO Supply Group 16, which is dedicated to aerospace craft components and accessories.

Aircraft landing gear components are essential for the safe and efficient operation of aircraft during takeoff, landing, and ground operations. These components include various parts and systems that support the weight of the aircraft, provide stability, and facilitate movement on the ground.

Some examples of aircraft landing gear components that fall under NATO Supply Class 1620 include landing gear struts, shock absorbers, wheels, tires, brakes, and associated hydraulic and electrical systems.

These components are designed to withstand the high stresses and loads experienced during landing and takeoff, as well as the various operating conditions encountered during ground operations. They are subject to rigorous testing and certification to ensure their reliability and safety.

NATO Supply Class 1620 plays a crucial role in the maintenance, repair, and replacement of aircraft landing gear components for military and civilian aerospace craft. It provides a standardized classification system that facilitates the procurement, inventory management, and logistics support for these critical components.

By categorizing aircraft landing gear components under NATO Supply Class 1620, it becomes easier for organizations within the NATO alliance to identify, track, and acquire the necessary components for their aircraft fleets. This classification system helps streamline supply chain processes and ensures interoperability among NATO member nations.

In summary, NATO Supply Class 1620 for Aircraft Landing Gear Components in NATO Supply Group 16 for Aerospace Craft Components And Accessories is a specific classification within the NATO supply system that pertains to the procurement and management of landing gear components for aerospace craft.

FSC 1620 Aircraft Landing Gear Components - United Kingdom (UK)

Includes Shock Struts and Components; Installation Elements, such as Torsion Bars, Vibration Links, Drag Struts; Landing Gear Trunions, Axles and Shimmy Dampeners; Specially designed hydraulic power steering system components.

Excludes Mounting Braces and Mounting Plates permanently installed on aircraft (FSC 1680); Landing Wheels, Skis, and Floats (FSC 1630); Wheel Brakes and Wheel Brake Cylinders (FSC 1630).

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 1620

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 1620

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